Comparison

CatoPlay vs Surume Lite

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

CatoPlay

Features
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Turn your phone into a high-performance cloud PC. Skip local hardware limits—connect to a powerful cloud desktop over the internet and enjoy smooth, desktop-class visuals and responsiveness. CatoPlay is your always-with-you cloud computer. No need for expensive devices: open the app on iPhone or iPad, connect to a cloud instance, and use PC-class apps without downloading or installing huge files. Run AI apps and tools in the cloud, handle documents, create and design, enjoy media, and open demanding graphics-heavy applications—carry a high-performance PC in your pocket. 【Highlights】 • High-performance cloud host: strong compute and flagship-grade graphics for professional, AI, and graphics-intensive apps • Run AI applications: use popular AI tools and generative workflows on the cloud desktop without taxing your phone • Low latency, high quality: dedicated nodes and multiple quality options for a smoother, more responsive desktop experience • Full peripheral support: on-screen controls, keyboard & mouse, and gamepads—switch freely between work and immersive use • Cloud storage & sync: secure cloud saves/space so your progress and files stay protected across devices • Multi-device access: connect from phone or tablet anytime and pick up where you left off 【Why it’s easier】 • Saves local storage—no repeated large downloads or installs • Even entry-level phones can deliver a high-end PC-class experience • Open and connect—your cloud desktop is ready when you are Put a high-performance cloud PC in your pocket and open your full digital desktop anytime, anywhere. Download CatoPlay and start your cloud-powered workflow today.

About

Surume Lite

Play PlayStation 2 and 3 games on your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Enjoy a console-like experience with customizable controls, save states, and the ability to play on TV or handheld.

Highlights
  • PlayStation 2 & 3 emulation
  • TV and handheld modes
  • Console-style home screen
  • On-device engine
  • Wireless and wired gamepad support
  • Save states
  • Customizable on-screen controls
Features
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Surume Lite is a PlayStation 2 & PlayStation 3 emulator for iPhone, iPad & Mac. Features: TV and handheld: Use it handheld on the go. Send video to a TV and the UI shifts to a wide console-style layout. Console-style home: Fewer phone-style drill-downs, more of a single home base for your library. Engine: Built for on-device use with an interpreter-style core. No Mac or PC required to play. Input: Wireless and wired gamepads, plus touch. Map controls the way you want. Save states: Save and resume when you want. On-screen controls: Buttons on the glass. Drag them where you want. Themes and accessibility: Visual options and accessibility settings where the app supports them. In-game overlay: Saves and settings from an overlay without leaving the game. Surume Lite is free. Premium and Remove Ads are one-time in-app purchases, and donation tiers are optional. Subscriptions: Premium Monthly, $1.49 per month. Removes ads and unlocks Premium while the subscription is active. Monthly Developer Donation, $0.99 per month. Optional support for development, no extra features. Monthly Developer Fund, $4.99 per month. Optional support for development, no extra features. Payment is charged to your Apple Account at confirmation of purchase. A subscription renews for the same period unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the current period ends. Manage subscriptions and turn off auto-renew in Apple Account settings after purchase. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://sharkpond.pages.dev/privacy/surume-lite

Screenshots

CatoPlay4 screens
Surume Lite4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: CatoPlay at none against Surume Lite's shown. CatoPlay also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. CatoPlay sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and Surume Lite sells 10 in-app purchases, starting at $1.49 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Scorecard2 real differences · 7 level
CatoPlay versus Surume Lite: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCatoPlaySurume Lite
PriceFreeFree
Rating—2.8 (17 ratings) — better
Positive reviews—27.3% of reviews
Number of ratings—17 — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Free with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.6 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size35 MB201 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperHYPERGAME TECHNOLOGY LIMITEDDylan Mathurin

In-app purchases

6 purchases

CatoPlay

One-time6
  • 4hours$2.99
  • 10hours$5.99
  • 15hours$7.99
Show 3 more
  • 20hours$9.99
  • 35hours$14.99
  • 80hours$29.99
10 purchases

Surume Lite

Subscriptions1
  • Premium Monthly$1.491 Month
One-time9
  • Remove Ads$0.79
  • Lite Tip 02$1.00
  • Lite Tip 03$2.00
Show 6 more
  • Premium$2.99
  • Lite Tip 07$50.00
  • Lite Tip 09$250.00
  • Lite Tip 10$500.00
  • Lite Tip 11$749.99
  • Lite Tip 12$1000.00

Questions

Is CatoPlay free?
CatoPlay is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Surume Lite free?
Surume Lite is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do CatoPlay or Surume Lite have ads?
Surume Lite shows ads; CatoPlay does not.

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